Princess Eugenie Beams in Selfie with Meghan Markle’s Close Friend Misha Nonoo at Royal Ascot 2025

Princess Eugenie was all smiles as she posed for a cheerful selfie with fashion designer Misha Nonoo, a close friend of Meghan Markle, during Royal Ascot last week.

The 35-year-old royal, daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, joined King Charles, Queen Camilla, Zara Tindall, and other senior royals for the event at Berkshire Racecourse on Friday and Saturday.

Wearing a wide-brimmed hat and an elegant two-tone dress with a brown structured bodice and flowing white skirt, Eugenie radiated grace and style. One touching moment captured her uncle King Charles kissing her hand, while her cousin Zara warmly embraced her in the royal enclosure.

Eugenie Reunites with Misha Nonoo

Eugenie’s joyful selfie with Misha Nonoo attracted special attention. Misha, 40, has been a longtime friend of both Eugenie and Meghan Markle, and is widely believed to have introduced Meghan to Prince Harry.

The two women were seen chatting closely alongside Zara Tindall, with other royals mingling in the background. Misha, known for her minimalist fashion brand and advocacy for women’s empowerment, has not been spotted publicly with Meghan in recent months, but their bond remains significant in royal-watch circles.

A Royal Bond Amid Family Tensions

Eugenie’s presence alongside Misha stirred discussion, especially as she is often described as having the “most difficult position in the Royal Family.” She is close to Prince Harry, and even visited him in California following his and Meghan’s royal exit, while also maintaining strong ties with the UK-based royals.

Her husband, Jack Brooksbank, shares a “bromance” with Harry, and the two couples have a long history of double dates and Halloween parties, as detailed in the Sussexes’ 2022 Netflix documentary.

Eugenie was also one of the only royals to appear in personal photos shared by Harry and Meghan in that documentary, highlighting the depth of their relationship.

Changing Dynamics

Despite their strong bond, reports in March 2025 suggested a rift may have developed between Harry and Eugenie. The nature of the falling out remains unclear, but observers note Meghan and Misha Nonoo’s relationship also seems to have quieted in public. Meghan, who once championed Misha’s fashion line in key public appearances, has not recently promoted her brand amid her new focus on her As Ever lifestyle label and media projects.

Royal Ascot Continues

Princess Eugenie returned to Ascot on Saturday, this time in a stunning full-length red gown with a matching hat and nude pumps. Joined again by Jack Brooksbank, she continued to represent the younger generation of the Royal Family alongside senior royals.

King Charles, undergoing regular cancer treatments, attended every day of the racing event in his formal grey suit and top hat, showing his enduring passion for the Royal Ascot tradition.